Criminal Mediation in Polish and Bosnian Legislation – Similarities, Differences, and Challenges in the 21st Century

TitleCriminal Mediation in Polish and Bosnian Legislation – Similarities, Differences, and Challenges in the 21st Century
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2023
Date PublishedJune
JournalReview of European and Comparative Law
Volume53
Issue2
EditionKUL
Pagination101-127
Type of ArticleOriginal Scientific Article
Publication LanguageEnglish
AuthorsSkrobotowicz, GA, Kazić-Çakar, E
PublisherKatolicki Uniwersytet Lubelski Jana Pawła II
Place PublishedPoland
ISSN Number 2545-384X
Keywordsmediation; criminal law; ADR
Abstract

Worldwide, mediation is one of the most used mechanisms of alternative dispute resolution across many fields of law and one of the most common forms of restorative justice. Although it brings advantages to criminal law, some criticize its potential application for certain types of crimes. However, its benefits seen through effectiveness, efficiency in reaching con-flict solutions, and the positive impact on victims and perpetra-tors are irrefutable. Having that in mind, this article aims to con-duct comparative research, discuss the functioning of mediation in criminal cases in Polish and Bosnian criminal law and present similarities and differences between their legal regulations.

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